Shakir Merali
Assets Under Management
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Portfolio Companies
1
Exits
0
Investment Thesis
Shakir Merali is an East African investor focused on early-stage tech startups, primarily in Seed rounds. Known for his portfolio company Ilara Health, he stands out for his deep understanding of the African startup ecosystem and his commitment to supporting founders solving critical problems on the continent.
Focus Sectors
Medical DeviceHealth CareHealthHealth DiagnosticsEHR
Investment Stages
Seed
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Shakir Merali: quick facts
- Which startups has Shakir Merali invested in?
- Shakir Merali has backed at least 1 African startup, including Ilara Health.
- What stages does Shakir Merali invest in?
- Shakir Merali invests at the Seed stage.
- Which sectors does Shakir Merali invest in?
- Its portfolio spans Medical Device, Health Care, Health, Health Diagnostics and EHR.




